Pete on the Scene
What is the reward of patience when dining out? Freshly cooked cuisine takes time to prepare but is worth the wait. Oyster Bay Seafood & Wine Bar is one restaurant that makes everything fresh from the very start—everything, including desserts, soups, appetizers….
An author on a journey to resolve a problem with his treasured Persian carpet makes Las Vegas a stop along the way. Otabek Teshabekov wrote his intriguing memoir in “Christie’s Unmasked,” based on his experiences with the international auction house…
Two nearby spots make for quick, great getaways just outside Las Vegas. Loews Resort-Hotel is a destination in the mountains, by a lake, with amenities such as world-class golf courses, children’s camp and “Sushi Skool.” For rustic mountain scenery, go to an even higher elevation at Mount Charleston Lodge, just northwest of the city…